@article{ref1,
title="Noise exposure in convertible automobiles",
journal="Journal of laryngology and otology",
year="2011",
author="Mikulec, A. A. and Lukens, S. B. and Jackson, L. E. and Deyoung, M. N.",
volume="125",
number="2",
pages="121-125",
abstract="Objective:To quantify the noise exposure received while driving a convertible automobile with the top open, compared with the top closed.Methods:Five different convertible automobiles were driven, with the top both closed and open, and noise levels measured. The cars were tested at speeds of 88.5, 104.6 and 120.7 km/h.Results:When driving with the convertible top open, the mean noise exposure ranged from 85.3 dB at 88.5 km/h to 89.9 dB at 120.7 km/h. At the tested speeds, noise exposure increased by an average of 12.4-14.6 dB after opening the convertible top.Conclusion:Driving convertible automobiles at speeds exceeding 88.5 km/h, with the top open, may result in noise exposure levels exceeding recommended limits, especially when driving with the convertible top open for prolonged periods.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0022-2151",
doi="10.1017/S0022215110002355",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/S0022215110002355"
}